Shine OnTIFF 2014: What’s in the celebrity gift bags?
While not as extravagant as some celebrity gift bags, this year’s TIFF swag bags celebrate luxe for less and feature some big name Canadian brands.
The IT Lounge Portrait Studio, hosted by NKPR, has become known as the go-to destination for celebrities in town for TIFF to relax and unwind. Now in its ninth year, the IT Lounge isn’t just about swanky gifts, they also supports good causes – this year they’re raising money for Artists for Peace and Justice, and Best Buddies for every celebrity visit.
But if you’re solely focused on what goodies the celebs are snagging, here’s what’s in their highly-coveted TIFF gift bags for 2014:
Rudsak “Luciello” Bag - $325
Simple meets elegance with this compact weekender bag from Rudsak, founded in Montreal in 1994. Its genuine leather shell is contrasted with raw edge leather fixed handles and a removable shoulder strap, making it durable for the escapades to come.
Christian Rex Bracele - $125
Christian Rex is a jewelry line from Marabella, Spain and has worked with the likes of Eva Longoria, Princess Stephanie and Carmen Electra. Their tagline – “Attitude is Everything” – speaks to the certain je ne sais quoi of the men and women who sport their designs.
Saje Natural Wellness “Pocket Pharmacy” - $40
This set features five of Saje’s best-selling therapeutic remedy roll-ons including Peppermint Halo (known as the “four minute miracle” for headache and migraine sufferers), Stress Release, Pain Release, Immune and Eater’s Digest.
Tweezerman “Brush IQ” Make-Up Brush Collection - $30
Recognized in the beauty industry for setting the highest standards of quality, reliability, innovation and service, Tweezerman International features a range cutting edge beauty tools.
DAVIDsTEA - $30
This Montreal-based gourmet tea brand has developed a cult following over the years with their creative blends and smart, witty social media savvy. Celebrity fans include TKTKTKTKTK . The new fall collection from DAVIDsTEA blends everything good about fall and brews it to perfection.
Other items included in the swag bags include: a Yogen Fruz gift card, bottlegreen Sparkling Pressés, Barilla Pasta, Goody hair products, Eat Nakd snack bars, Yo! Sox socks and TD Music headphones.
